Opaque

Pronunciation: /oʊˈpeɪk/

Definitions of opaque

adjective not able to be seen through; not transparent

Example Sentences

A1 The window was opaque, so I couldn't see through it.

A2 The instructions were written in an opaque language that was difficult to understand.

B1 The company's financial reports were intentionally made opaque to hide their true financial status.

B2 The artist used opaque paint to create a bold and vibrant masterpiece.

C1 The politician's motives were often opaque, leaving the public unsure of their true intentions.

C2 The scientific research paper was filled with opaque jargon that only experts in the field could decipher.

Examples of opaque in a Sentence

formal The scientific paper presented an opaque explanation of the research findings.

informal I couldn't see through the opaque glass windows to see who was inside.

slang The contract was so opaque, I had no idea what I was signing.

figurative Her emotions were opaque, making it hard to understand how she truly felt.

Grammatical Forms of opaque

• past tense: opaqued
• plural: opaques
• comparative: more opaque
• superlative: most opaque
• present tense: opaque
• future tense: will be opaque
• perfect tense: has been opaque
• continuous tense: is being opaque
• singular: opaque
• positive degree: opaque
• infinitive: to opaque
• gerund: opaquing
• participle: opaqued

Origin and Evolution of opaque

First Known Use: 0015 year

Language of Origin: Latin

Story behind the word: The word 'opaque' originated from the Latin word 'opaqus' meaning dark, shady, or obscure.

Evolution of the word: Over time, the word 'opaque' has evolved to refer to something that does not allow light to pass through, or something that is difficult to understand or see through.